Kewda Water (Pandanus Odoratissimus)

Kewda Water (Pandanus Odoratissimus)
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Kewda Water is a fragrant hydrosol distilled from the flowers of the Pandanus odoratissimus plant, native to India and widely used across Southeast Asia. The extraction process involves harvesting the delicate flowers early in the morning, followed by traditional hydro-distillation. This is typically carried out in small distilleries using rows of earthen pots filled with flowers and water, with the aromatic steam condensed in copper pots via bamboo pipes. The result is a clear, thin liquid with a strong, characteristic floral aroma124.

Physicochemical Characteristics

• Appearance: Clear, thin liquid

• Color: Colorless to pale yellow

• Odor: Strong, sweet, and characteristic floral scent

• Relative Density (27°C): 0.97

• Refractive Index (27°C): 1.495

• Optical Rotation: +2.3

• Hydroxyl Value: 2.5

• Methoxyl Value: 18.3

• Solubility: Completely soluble in aqueous alcohol

Main Constituents

Kewda water contains a variety of aromatic and therapeutic compounds, including traces of tannins, glycosides, alkaloids, and phenyl ethyl methyl ether, which contribute to its distinctive scent and beneficial properties24.

Uses and Applications

• Culinary:
  Widely used as a flavoring agent in drinks, desserts, and traditional sweets. It enhances the taste of various dishes and syrups24.

• Cosmetics and Personal Care:
  Incorporated in perfumes, soaps, creams, sprays, and shampoos for its alluring fragrance and skin-friendly nature. It is also used as a natural skin toner and in hair care formulations4.

• Aromatherapy:
  Applied in aromatherapy sessions for its calming, mood-enhancing, and therapeutic effects4.

• Traditional and Ayurvedic Medicine:
  Used to help relieve pain (such as earache, chest pain, neck pain, headache, and stomach spasms), treat skin disorders, and as a diuretic and laxative. It is also believed to help with wounds, leprosy, and smallpox134.

• Spiritual and Ceremonial:
  Used during weddings, religious rituals, and in the preparation of incense sticks and scented candles to create a pleasant, uplifting environment4.

• Industrial:
  Utilized in the tobacco industry and in the formulation of room fresheners and other scented products4.

Extraction and Quality

Kewda water is produced using a traditional steam distillation process that preserves its aromatic and therapeutic qualities. No alcohol or harmful chemicals are used, ensuring a natural and pure product4. It is available in various packaging sizes and can be supplied in bulk for culinary, cosmetic, or industrial use.

Safety and Storage

• Non-toxic and safe for culinary and cosmetic applications with suitable dilution24.

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain its fragrance and quality.

Kewda Water is a versatile, aromatic hydrosol cherished for its culinary, cosmetic, therapeutic, and ceremonial uses. Its unique floral aroma and beneficial properties make it a staple ingredient in both traditional and modern applications